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likely
likely
Meaning of likely
English
probably true or expected
中文
很可能真实或会发生的
Pronunciation
British English
/ˈlaɪkli/
American English
/ˈlaɪkli/
likely with Chinese translation
likely usage examples
🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese
This is the most likely outcome.
这是最可能的结果。
🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese
Rain is quite likely.
下雨是很可能的事。
likely synonyms
Related word breakdowns
What's the difference between likely, probable, possible, expected, plausible, and liable
P
🇬🇧English
probable
likely; more formal
A1often
ENIt is probable that the meeting will start late.
ENIt's possible that he forgot.
E
🇬🇧English
expected
predicted or planned
very often
ENThe expected result is a small profit.
Advanced: broader words
P
🇬🇧English
plausible
seems reasonable and believable
A1rare word
ENThat sounds like a plausible explanation.
L
🇬🇧English
liable
likely to do something bad; formal
rare word
ENHe is liable to get angry when he's tired.
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Questions about this word
What does likely mean?
probably true or expected
How do you pronounce likely?
likely is pronounced [ˈlaɪkli].
How is likely used in a sentence?
这是最可能的结果。 Translation: This is the most likely outcome.
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